“Life at its most mesmerising”: Sir David Attenborough reveals the natural wonder that took his breath away
When Sir David Attenborough first dived on a coral reef, he was so astonished by the mesmerising spectacle that he forgot to breathe.
Can alligators and crocodiles crossbreed?
Crocodiles and alligators are often confused for one another, but that doesn't necessarily mean they can interbreed, says Stuart Blackman.
Where was Jaws filmed?
Why The Gambia should be your next birdwatching holiday destination
Diverse landscapes, incredible weather and over 600 species of birds. Read on to discover what makes this West African country ideal for birdwatching trips.
What's the largest forest in the world?
Ever wondered what the largest rainforest in the world is? And what do we even class as a forest anyway?
Chimp drumming shares properties with human music origins, new study reveals
Chimpanzees are capable of rhythmic drumming and their ‘music’ shares the building blocks of human musicality, say scientists.
How are zoos regulated in the UK?
Ever wondered if zoos are regulated in the UK? And if so, how? We take a look at how many there are and how it's done.
Pom pom crabs wear clumps of venomous anemones as gloves – Sir David Attenborough reveals why
Ocean with David Attenborough was released on his 99th birthday to showcase the vital importance of the ocean for all life on Earth – and it includes some remarkable footage.
“It’s hard to imagine a more wasteful way to catch fish” David Attenborough narrates never-before-seen footage of destructive bottom trawlers
The widespread fishing practise has been filmed for the first time in such detail as part of a new Attenborough-narrated documentary.
80 years ago, a cargo ship struck a mine and sank to the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea. Then something staggering happened
Over time, the wrecked ship began to corrode and crumble – attracting some extraordinary creatures.
Birds
Why do ostriches have two knees?
Stuart Blackman explains why an ostrich's legs look so strange
This 'karaoke queen' uses its song to fend off rival mates from vicious nest vandalism
The female superb lyrebirds have a voice – and a taste for vandalism – which they aren't afraid to use.
They can jump, lay half-eggs and never get cold feet: 14 penguin facts that prove just how incredible these seabirds are
From minuscule fairy penguins to half-egg-laying oddities, the world of penguins is full of surprises. Here are some fascinating facts about these remarkable seabirds.
“Unbelievable thing to see”: Drone captures never-seen-before footage of penguin chicks plunging 50 feet into Antarctic Ocean
The dramatic footage was filmed for National Geographic's series Secret Lives of Penguins.
Can animals catch yawns off humans? And why on Earth do we yawn anyway?
Although it might not be exactly clear why humans and animals yawn, the contagiousness of yawns is undoubtable – but how does it work in the animal kingdom?
How do wading birds find food in mud?
Discover how waders use their unique bills and special sensors to detect tasty treats.
How to identify wildlife
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How to identify mammal skulls - and work out the creature they once belonged to
Skulls can be found virtually anywhere, but skull identification can be difficult. Learn how to identify common mammal skulls in our expert guide.
Toad vs frog: How to tell the difference between a common frog and a common toad
Two of the UK's most familiar and widespread amphibian species are the common frog and the common toad, but do you know how to tell them apart?
How to identify animal droppings: Our guide to the wildlife poop you might find in your garden or out on a walk
Droppings or scats can tell us a lot about which animals have been visiting our gardens, parks and countryside, including hedgehogs, foxes and badgers. Our expert guide explains how to identify which poos belong to which species. Plus, animal droppings from species from around the world – and fungi and insects you might spot on droppings.
Swift or swallow: what's the difference between these two incredible long-distance migrants?
Know your swallows from your swifts? Tom Hibbert from The Wildlife Trusts takes a look at some of the differences…
Heron vs egret: what's the difference between these two leggy, long-necked, elegant birds?
Know your herons from your egrets? Tom Hibbert from The Wildlife Trusts takes a look at some of the differences…
Plants
“A new layer of complexity”: scientists record bioelectrical tree communication during solar eclipse
A new study carried out in Italy's Dolomite Mountains provides further evidence that trees are capable of complex communication, say researchers.
Are plants clever? Just how do plants make decisions?
How do plants know what to do if they don't have a brain or a nervous system? We investigate
Why do flowers point up or down?
Botanist Phil Gates discusses the adaptations of flowering plants.
How can you spot an ancient woodland?
Naturalist and author Amy-Jane Beer answers your wild question.